Elizabeth Ruiz, APRN

Mrs. Elizabeth Ruiz, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC, specializes in family medicine. She earned her Master of Science in Nursing through the Family Nurse Practitioner Program at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. Mrs. Ruiz brought more than 15 years of healthcare experience, including more than four years as a family nurse practitioner and extensive experience as a registered nurse. She provided comprehensive care for adult and senior patients in primary care settings, examining, diagnosing, and treating a wide range of acute and chronic conditions, prescribing medications, coordinating specialist referrals, and interpreting diagnostic tests. Her nursing background included pediatric, outpatient, surgical, and hospital-based care. Mrs. Ruiz believes in treating patients with the same time, dedication, and commitment she would invest in those closest to her. She entered healthcare because of her passion for helping others and serving her community and is especially passionate about diabetes, heart health, and nutrition. She enjoys working with seniors and helping them better understand their health conditions, medications, and lifestyle changes that can improve their quality of life. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with family, traveling, and gardening.